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Below Average

#1046 of 1,176 schools in SC

Washington Center

School · Greenville 01

2 Betty Spencer Drive, Greenville, SC 29607

Enrollment

118

Student-Teacher

4.9:1

Score

4.0

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#1,046 of 1,176

In Greenville

#48 of 51

public schools

In district

#82 of 88

Greenville 01

Academic growth

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Washington Center

4.0/10

School in Greenville · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Sara Collins Elementary

7.0/10

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About Washington Center

Washington Center is a public school in Greenville, SC, part of Greenville 01. Washington Center serves approximately 118 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 4.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Washington Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,046 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Washington Center show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.5 pts below district
  • This school 4.0 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • SC avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 118 students, Washington Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Test scores at Washington Center sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

At 4.9:1 students to teachers, Washington Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.3 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics1.2Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency15% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-39.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile0th
College Readiness2.9Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate<50%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.3Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio4.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,375
Chronic Absenteeism44.9%

Washington Center — Students at Washington Center score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

71.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 18.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 16.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from SC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
44.5%
ELA
44.5%
2010
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2011
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2012
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2013
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
2.5%
2015
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2016
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2017
Math
24.5%
ELA
5%
2018
Math
15%
ELA
5%
2019
Math
15%
ELA
5%
2020*
Math
15%
ELA
5%
2021*
Math
15%
ELA
5%
2022
Math
15%
ELA
5%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.7/10.

How Washington Center Compares

See how Washington Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.0/10
11th percentile in SC
Academic
1.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
4.3/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
71%
Teaching Staff
5:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
44.9%

Location

2 Betty Spencer Drive, Greenville, SC 29607

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Washington Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. OUR LADY OF THE ROSARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is VERITAS PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHRIST CHURCH EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Greenville, see our Greenville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Sara Collins Elementary Greenville 0.1 mi 7.0
Greenville Technical Charter High School Greenville 0.9 mi 9.4
Blythe Academy Greenville 1.0 mi 7.9
OUR LADY OF THE ROSARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Greenville 1.3 mi 6.7
Sterling School Greenville 1.5 mi 8.7
EINSTEIN ACADEMY Greenville 1.4 mi
FIRST BAPTIST DAY SCHOOL Greenville 1.4 mi
Hughes Academy of Science and Technology Greenville 1.3 mi 6.1
WHEATLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Greenville 1.6 mi
CHRIST CHURCH EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Greenville 1.6 mi 6.0
WESTMINSTER WEEKDAY SCHOOL Greenville 1.5 mi 3.8
ST JOSEPH'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Greenville 1.6 mi 6.1
Augusta Circle Elementary Greenville 1.6 mi 8.4
CAMPERDOWN ACADEMY Greenville 1.7 mi 7.8
VERITAS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Greenville 1.9 mi 6.3
J. L. Mann High Academy Greenville 1.8 mi 7.2
LEAD Academy Greenville 2.2 mi 7.1
Southside High Greenville 2.4 mi 6.3
Overbrook Child Development Center Greenville 2.8 mi 5.1
Greenville Middle Academy Greenville 3.0 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29607 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,249

Median Home Value

$315,100

Median Rent

$1,339/mo

Population

43,325

College Educated

49.8%

Homeownership

45.6%

Avg Commute

21.3 min

Poverty Rate

11.7%

Median Age

34.8

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LAKEVIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pickens, SC 4.3
FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Effingham, SC 5.0
JESUS IS LORD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cheraw, SC 5.4
HARVEST COMMUNITY SCHOOL Summerton, SC 5.5
RISEN CHRIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Myrtle Beach, SC 5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Washington Center

What grades does Washington Center serve?

Washington Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Washington Center?

Washington Center has an enrollment of approximately 118 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Washington Center?

The student-teacher ratio at Washington Center is 4.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Washington Center rank in SC?

Washington Center ranks #1,046 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Washington Center's MySchoolScout rating?

Washington Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Washington Center?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Washington Center has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Washington Center a charter school?

No, Washington Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Washington Center a Title I school?

No, Washington Center is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Washington Center?

71.2% of students at Washington Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
27 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
16 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
118
Student-Teacher Ratio
4.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
71.2%
Type
special_ed
Setting
Small City
County
Greenville County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
44.9%
4-Year Graduation
<50%

District

Greenville 01
District Enrollment
78,371
Schools in District
93
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,375
District Rank
#82 of 88

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